Noruego means “Norwegian,” hence a princesa noruega is a “Norwegian princess.” One arrived in Burgos, Spain on Christmas Eve, in the year 1257. She was to wed Prince Felipe, brother of King Alfonso X of Castile. Marry they did, but Cristina de Noruega fell ill and died at only twenty eight years old.

That literacy will directly contribute to the health and well being of a people few can doubt. But are a literate people more likely to care for the environment? One man thinks so, and has started a grassroots neighbors teaching neighbors project for the good of both la gente y la tierra.

Does graphic and violence-ridden television news that presents the worst aspects of a society also bring out the worst in its audience? Our filmmaker seems to think so, and believes that it is young viewers who pay the price when spectacle trumps thoughtful analysis and measured presentation.

Does broadcast media really have a responsiblity to promote and defend human rights? Or is it to simply make shows that people like and that attract ratings? Several Nicaraguan journalists and media producers discuss these ideas in a round table discussion.

A consejo is “a piece of advice” and the verb aconsejar is “to advise.” Here in the Don Quijote classroom, we take a look at the grammar and language involved when doling out recommendations, suggestions, and the like, in Spanish.

Jesús Baz is the Director of Studies at the Don Quijote spanish school in lovely Salamanca, Spain. A true salmantino, Jesús has a real pride for his city, which is home to some of Europe’s oldest universities and has a very strong intellectual tradition. The school itself, in a beautiful old building that was formerly a convent, also houses a popular student café.

Me Gustaria blends Cuban son, guajira and charanga, accented with a little hip-hop. Javier Garcia “would like” to please your musical palate, give it a listen!

María “La Mala” Rodríquez’ latest effort has taken Spain by storm. The record, says María, is called Alevosía because “Lo he hecho a tiro hecho, sobre seguro y no hay fallos. Lo he hecho queriendo.” YaTv.com calls her “the most courageous voice” of Spanish rap today.

"Nunca lo entenderás" [You'll Never Understand It] is a song by Spanish artist Rita Payés in which she speaks to her former lover about his inability to practice what he preached regarding love.

Let's keep learning additional meanings of the verb "contar" with Silvia along with several examples and expressions, some of which you may already know.

This time, Silvia explains the vastly different meanings the verb "contar" can have as well as several different nouns and expressions related to it.

After explaining some differences between the verbs "hablar", "decir", and "contar," Silvia gives us plenty of examples of typical Spanish expressions that contain them.

Although the verbs "hablar," "decir," and "contar" can sometimes be confused, as they are all used to express ideas related to the act of communicating, they don't mean exactly the same thing. In this video, Silvia explains to us the subtle difference between these three verbs with plenty of examples of each of them.

How will Sam and his sister Ada's magical adventure end? Don't miss this final part with an ending you probably didn't expect.

While walking through the enchanted forest, Sam and Ada encounter more magical creatures, who teach them valuable lessons.